Omaha, Nebraska Public Records

Nebraska's bond and bail process allows defendants to post bail through cash or surety bonds, with release procedures determined by the court. Anyone seeking information on recent arrests can contact the Correctional Center directly or use the online search tool for faster results.

The Nebraska Bureau of Investigation offers additional resources for Douglas County residents seeking background checks, including fingerprint-based searches. Criminal records are accessible under the Nebraska Open Records Act, making sure of public transparency while protecting sensitive information.

Nebraska residents can register to vote online at www.nebraska.gov/apps-sos-voter-registration through the Secretary of State's website, by mail using a registration form, or in person at the Election Commissioner's office, DMV locations, or various public agencies. The registration deadline is 6:00 p.m. The third Friday before Election Day—18 days out for the upcoming election, though registration remains open year-round for future contests. State law requires voters to provide their Nebraska driver's license number or state ID number when registering. Without those credentials, you'll need to supply the last four digits of your Social Security number. Same-day voter registration is not available in Nebraska. Municipal elections in the city are nonpartisan and take place in odd-numbered years. The Mayor of Omaha and City Council members face voters in May of those years. The next mayoral election arrives in May 2025, with the following cycle set for May 2029 under the four-year term structure. City Council members represent seven districts and also serve four-year terms on a staggered schedule. Information about candidates, local ballot measures, and sample ballots can be found at www.votedouglascounty.com and www.cityofomaha.org. Residents can locate their assigned polling place by visiting www.votedouglascounty.com and using the "Find Your Polling Place" tool, which requires entering your residential address. You can also call the office at (402) 444-8683. Nebraska law requires voters to cast ballots at their assigned precinct on Election Day. Nebraska public records law makes certain election records publicly accessible. Voter registration lists, excluding birthdates and Social Security numbers, are available for purchase for political purposes. Campaign finance reports for candidates and committees are searchable online through the Nebraska Accountability and Disclosure Commission at www.nadc.nebraska.gov. Candidate filings and statements are available through the Election Commissioner for local races and through the Secretary of State for state and federal contests. Precinct-level results are published on the Election Commissioner's website following each election and remain archived for historical review. In the November 2024 presidential election, Douglas County had approximately 335,000 registered voters with turnout reaching approximately 73%, reflecting strong civic engagement in the state's most populous county. The county typically leans slightly Democratic in presidential races while remaining competitive in state and local contests. The November 3, 2026 general election will feature several significant races for local voters. Nebraska's U.S. Senate seat currently held by Deb Fischer is up for election in 2024, not 2026, but the seat currently held by Pete Ricketts will be on the ballot in 2026. The Governor's office will also be contested in 2026, as governors serve four-year terms with the last election held in 2022. All three of Nebraska's U.S. House seats will be up for election, with the city split primarily between the 2nd Congressional District, which includes most of Omaha and can split its electoral vote in presidential elections. The unicameral Nebraska Legislature, officially nonpartisan, will have multiple seats representing Omaha districts up for election—senators serve four-year terms with half elected every two years. Douglas County elected offices on the ballot in 2026 will include County Board positions, County Attorney, and other county officials depending on the election cycle. Specific local ballot measures and special district elections will be determined closer to the election date. Nebraska offers early voting at the Election Commissioner's office and designated locations starting approximately 30 days before Election Day. Vote-by-mail, also called absentee voting, is available to any registered voter without requiring an excuse. To request a mail-in ballot, voters must submit an application available at www.votedouglascounty.com or by calling the office by 6:00 p.m. The second Friday before Election Day. Applications can be submitted online, by mail, fax, or in person. Completed ballots must be received by the Election Commissioner by 8:00 p.m. On Election Day—postmarks do not count. Ballot drop boxes are available at the Election Commissioner's office and may be located at other secure locations during the early voting period.